[kerrypchef]

Hi, I'm new here and I'm looking for advice. Last year I lost 52 pounds and had 34 to go. 10 weeks ago I decided to quit smoking and have gained back about 12. I don't want to go back to smoking but I worked so hard to lose the weight. Are there any ex-smokers out there with the same issues? Are there any forums that you'd reccomend? Kerry

[gonetotexas]

Kerry,

Since I have been thinking of quiting and have gained some weight over the last year or so, I have decided to start the South Beach Diet. My plan is to take off the weight put on so far then keep with the program while I quit smoking.

Actually, the regimen of the SBD is what gave me the incentive to quit.

What do you think?

Rhonda

[kerrypchef]

Have you started SBD yet? I'd love to hear how you like it. Anyway, I lost my weight on Weight Watchers and originally my plan was to do what you are doing. The problem was, it took my about a year and a half to lose the 52 (a long time, I know) and the loss really started to slow down. I have smoked for a long time and thought, 'If it takes as long or longer to lose the rest, I will still be smoking even longer.' So I took the plunge and did it. Believe me it's hard but I've been off smokes since May 4th and need to stick with it. I do understand where you're coming from though, it's really hard to do both at the same time!!! Let me know how you're doing. Kerry